Top-Performing States in Health System Rankings
Regional Health Performance
Within the U.S., states like Massachusetts, Hawaii, and New Hampshire lead in health system performance, showcasing the disparities within the country. These states excel in providing access to care, preventive services, and overall health outcomes, setting a benchmark for other states to follow.
Notes: States arranged in rank order. Bar height corresponds to overall performance score. Green bars indicate better than average performance; orange bars indicate lower than average performance.
Source: David C. Radley et al., The Commonwealth Fund 2023 Scorecard on State Health System Performance: Americans’ Health Declines and Access to Reproductive Care Shrinks, But States Have Options (Commonwealth Fund, June 2023). https://doi.org/10.26099/fcas-cd24
Towards a More Effective and Equitable Healthcare System
The analysis of global and regional healthcare performance reveals significant disparities in both cost and outcomes. Countries with robust preventive care and accessible healthcare systems, such as those in the Nordic region, consistently achieve better health outcomes despite high taxes.
The U.S., despite its high healthcare spending, struggles with inefficiencies, particularly in managing chronic diseases like diabetes and obesity. To improve global health, prioritizing access to healthy foods, preventive care, and affordable healthcare delivery is essential. A unified global healthcare approach might offer a solution to the current disparities and inefficiencies.
